HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/16 Disability AwarenessPROCLAMATION
The United States of America has prized itself on advancing the civil rights of
individuals and guaranteeing justice and liberty for all. Central to the philosophy of
our democratic form of government are the precepts of equality and individual
dignity, the value of self-reliance and the basic right of all citizens to live full,
independent and productive lives.
In keeping with that tradition, the United States Congress in 1990 enacted the
Americans with Disabilities Act. This landmark legislation prohibits discrimination
against people with disabilities in employment, public accommodations,
transportation and telecommunications.
· By joint resolution, Congress has designated October of each year as "National
Disability Employment Awareness Month."
The City of Ashland supports this resolution and the spirit as well as the letter of the
law to assure that all citizens with disabilities are fully included in our social, cultural
and economic mainstream.
· People with disabilities represent a large, untapped pool of talent.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council and Mayor, on behalf of the citizens of Ashland,
hereby proclaim October, 2003, as
DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT
AWARENESS MONTH
in Ashland and urge its observance by all of our citizens.
Dated this 16th day of September, 2003.
Alan,~li~oer, Mayor
Barbara Christensen, City Recorder